Fresh cucumber boats with cottage cheese filling

2 servings

15 minutes

Cucumber boats with cottage cheese filling are a light, refreshing snack perfect for a summer table. Inspired by Russian traditions of using cottage cheese and fresh vegetables, this recipe combines the tenderness of dairy flavor with the crunchy freshness of cucumbers. The bright hue of sweet pepper and aromatic garlic add spicy notes, while dill completes the composition with natural freshness. These boats are convenient for serving at buffets and pair wonderfully with cool drinks. Their simplicity makes them accessible even for novice cooks, and their nutritional value allows them to be included in the diet as a healthy snack. This dish is a true ode to freshness and natural flavor!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 189.2
• Proteins: 20.8g
• Fats: 5.3g
• Carbohydrates: 14.8g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: 200 g
• Cucumbers: 4 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Dill: 1 bunch
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. We wash the cucumbers and cut them in half lengthwise.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 4 pieces

2. Carefully cut out the flesh to make 'boats'.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 4 pieces

3. Chop the cucumber flesh, pepper, and greens finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 4 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Dill: 1 bunch

4. We press the garlic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves

5. We mix everything with cottage cheese. We add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 200 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. We fill the 'boats' and enjoy the taste.